1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Allante | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
